Data Engineer - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation · Utah, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Utah, United States
Job highlights
- Remote Data Engineer AI Trainer role.
- Develop AI systems with flexible schedule.
- Earn $50-$100+/hr, paid hourly.
- Design and solve coding problems.
- Evaluate and provide feedback on AI code.
About the role
Data Engineer AI Trainer
Join the DataAnnotation team and contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule. We are looking for proficient programmers to help advance AI development. As a member of DataAnnotation’s coding team, you’ll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 professionals — including front-end, back-end, full-stack, machine learning, and other engineers — who are driving real-world impact in AI development.
Our platform offers an engaging blend of flexibility and challenge: you’ll work closely with state-of the art AI models to take on programming tasks that include creating and solving challenging coding problems, building beautiful apps with rich functionality, and synthesizing insights through data analysis and visualization. Your work directly contributes to refining intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and evolve. Some team members fit this work alongside a full-time role, while others treat it as their primary focus, choosing projects and schedules that align with their availability and goals.
How to Get Started
To get started, once you sign up for an account, you'll take a short assessment (this serves as our version of an interview). If you pass that assessment, you’ll receive an email confirmation, and paid work will become available to you through our platform.
Benefits
- Fully remote: Work from anywhere in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Flexible schedule: Choose which projects you take on and when you work.
- Competitive pay: Projects are paid hourly, starting at $50-$100+/hr. Opportunities for higher-paying projects are available with strong performance.
- Impact: Help shape the future of AI technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and solve diverse coding problems used to train AI systems with an emphasis on Android development.
- Write clear, high-quality code snippets and detailed explanations.
- Evaluate AI-generated code for accuracy, performance, and clarity.
- Provide feedback that directly shapes the next generation of AI models.
Qualifications
- Fluency in English (native or bilingual level).
- Preferred experience in Kotlin.
- Proficiency in at least one of other the following programming languages or frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, or Swift.
- Excellent writing and grammar skills.
- A bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress).
- Previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer is preferred.
Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. This job is only available to those in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Those located outside of these countries will not see work or assessments available on our site at this time.
Key skills/competency
- AI Training
- Data Engineering
- Android Development
- Kotlin
- Python
- JavaScript
- Problem Solving
- Code Evaluation
- Feedback
- Software Development
Skills & topics
- Data Engineer
- AI Trainer
- Remote Work
- Programming
- Android Development
- Kotlin
- Python
- JavaScript
- Coding Problems
- AI Systems
How to get hired
- Complete the assessment: This is your primary interview for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight programming experience and AI-related projects.
- Showcase language proficiency: Emphasize Kotlin, Python, or JavaScript skills.
- Demonstrate strong writing: Detail your excellent grammar and explanation abilities.
- Be geographically eligible: Ensure you are in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary qualification for the Data Engineer AI Trainer position at DataAnnotation?
- The primary qualification for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role at DataAnnotation is passing a short assessment, which serves as the interview. Strong programming skills, particularly in Kotlin or other listed languages, and excellent writing abilities are also crucial.
- How is payment handled for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role?
- Payment for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role is made hourly via PayPal, with rates ranging from $50-$100+/hr. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. DataAnnotation will never ask for payment from you.
- What programming languages are most important for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role?
- While proficiency in Kotlin is preferred for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role, DataAnnotation also requires proficiency in at least one of the following: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, C, C#, C++, React, Go, Java, or Swift.
- Can I work as a Data Engineer AI Trainer if I am outside the specified countries?
- No, the Data Engineer AI Trainer role is currently only available to individuals located in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Those outside these regions will not see work or assessments.
- What are the main responsibilities of a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- As a Data Engineer AI Trainer, your main responsibilities include designing and solving coding problems for AI training (with an emphasis on Android development), writing clear code snippets and explanations, evaluating AI-generated code, and providing feedback to improve AI models.
- Is prior software development experience required for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role?
- Previous experience as a Software Developer, Coder, Software Engineer, or Programmer is preferred for the Data Engineer AI Trainer role, but a bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress) and strong programming skills are the core requirements.
- How flexible is the schedule for a Data Engineer AI Trainer at DataAnnotation?
- The Data Engineer AI Trainer role offers a highly flexible schedule. You can choose which projects you take on and when you work, allowing you to fit the work around other commitments or focus on it as your primary role.
- What is the expected hourly pay for a Data Engineer AI Trainer?